Potius joins the Prowood Group
Growing New Zealand’s engineered timber future.
Inside a Potius project, showcasing the precision and quality of New Zealand-made prefabricated timber systems.
MAIN PIC: Potius prefabricated timber systems in action, delivering faster, smarter construction across New Zealand. All images: Prolam/Potius
Prolam, a New Zealand-owned leader in engineered timber solutions has announced its strategic partnership and investment in Potius, a specialist in prefabricated timber floor, roof and panelised wall systems for residential and commercial construction.
Continuing as a standalone company, Potius will retain its specialist focus on prefabricated timber building systems, with Prolam contributing additional engineering depth, manufacturing scale and operational support.
Prolam’s Founder and Managing Director, John Woodman, said the partnership aligns strongly with Prolam’s long-term commitment to Building Better Together, through timber-first construction and innovation in engineered timber.
“Potius has built a strong reputation in prefabricated timber systems,” said John.
“Retaining its independence, while supporting Potius with Prolam’s engineering and manufacturing capability, will allow Potius to strengthen its offering to designers, builders and clients.”
This month’s announcement marks an exciting step for both companies, and for New Zealand’s design and construction industry.
“Together, Prolam and Potius offer one of New Zealand’s most comprehensive engineered timber system ranges, combining engineered timber structural components with prefabricated floor, roof and wall systems that can work together as coordinated solutions.”
Darren Stead, the new Operations Manager of Potius, will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and growth of the business, working closely with the Prolam team.
Darren said the focus would be on continuity, clarity and capability with Potius remaining a dedicated prefabricated systems provider, now complemented by Prolam’s resources.
“The goal is to make working with engineered timber systems even more reliable and more straightforward for engineers, architects and builders,” said Darren.
Potius Founding Owner Gavin Robertson and long-standing joint owner Andy van Houtte will remain closely involved in the business to retain knowledge and ensure a smooth transition.
